Caretaker

The Matthew Arnold School; Cumnor; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Matthew Arnold School is seeking a proactive and reliable Caretaker to join our Site Team. Working under the Site Supervisor and Assistant Business Manager, you will support day-to-day site operation, including security, maintenance, health and safety compliance and contractor supervision.

You will help ensure our facilities remain safe, secure and well-maintained throughout the year, with duties spanning security checks, maintenance tasks, safety records and coordinating with contractors.

Qualifications

• Practical maintenance, caretaking or site management experience.
• Good DIY skills and a basic understanding of building maintenance.
• Strong awareness of health and safety requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Organised, proactive and able to prioritise workloads.
• Good communication skills and a commitment to high standards of service.

Responsibilities

• Maintain site security, including opening and closing buildings, security checks and alarm response.
• Carry out general maintenance, repairs and minor improvement works across the school.
• Inspect buildings, equipment and grounds, identifying and addressing maintenance and safety issues.
• Keep the site clean, safe and well-presented through cleaning, waste management, grounds maintenance and winter gritting.
• Support health and safety compliance, including fire safety procedures, equipment checks and record keeping.
• Assist with deliveries, room setups, furniture moves and day-to-day site operations.
• Liaise with and monitor contractors, ensuring work is completed safely and to the required standard.
• Contribute to a safe, welcoming and efficient environment for students, staff, visitors and the wider school community.

Skills

Caretaking

Site management

DIY skills

Health & safety

Communication

Teamwork

Organisation

Job description

Matthew Arnold School is seeking a proactive and reliable Caretaker to join our Site Team. Working under the direction of the Site Supervisor and Assistant Business Manager, you will support the day-to-day operation of the school site, including security, maintenance, repairs, health and safety compliance, contractor supervision and general site upkeep. You will help ensure our facilities remain safe, secure and well-maintained throughout the year.,

• Maintain site security, including opening and closing buildings, security checks and alarm response.
• Carry out general maintenance, repairs and minor improvement works across the school.
• Inspect buildings, equipment and grounds, identifying and addressing maintenance and safety issues.
• Keep the site clean, safe and well-presented through cleaning, waste management, grounds maintenance and winter gritting.
• Support health and safety compliance, including fire safety procedures, equipment checks and record keeping.
• Assist with deliveries, room setups, furniture moves and day-to-day site operations.
• Liaise with and monitor contractors, ensuring work is completed safely and to the required standard.
• Contribute to a safe, welcoming and efficient environment for students, staff, visitors and the wider school community.Practical maintenance, caretaking or site management experience.
• Good DIY skills and a basic understanding of building maintenance.
• Strong awareness of health and safety requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Organised, proactive and able to prioritise workloads.
• Good communication skills and a commitment to high standards of service.